Bridges Family Success Center
It All Starts with Family
The Family Success Center at Bergen Family Center empowers 469 families annually with essential services like back-to-school supplies and monthly food donations. Your support helps us continue building stronger, more resilient communities.
Charting the Course
Bergen Family Center's Family Success Center (FSC) stands as a beacon of support and empowerment, touching the lives of families in profound ways. Last year alone, we supported 469 families, providing a wide array of services designed to foster stability, growth, and community connection.
At the Family Success Center, every interaction is an opportunity to build stronger, more resilient families, and every service we provide is a step towards a more prosperous and hopeful future for our community.
Our Mission
Strengthening Families
We provide comprehensive education, vital resources, and unwavering support to build resilient families that thrive together in our community.
Empowering Parents
Through education and support, we empower parents with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to create nurturing environments for their children.
Proactive Support
We connect families with essential services and resources early, ensuring they have the support they need before challenges become crises.
Welcoming Environment
Our center provides a warm, inclusive space where families feel at home while accessing resources, participating in programs, and building community connections.
Our Services
Health & Wellness Support
- Access to maternal, child, and family health services
- Guidance on nutrition and mental health resources
- Support for expecting and new parents
Financial & Job Readiness
- Workshops on budgeting and financial planning
- Resume writing and interview preparation
- Job training and career development
Housing Support
- Assistance finding safe and stable housing
- Guidance on rental assistance programs
- Support for housing insecurity
Life Skills Training
- Time management and stress reduction
- Navigation of public benefits and services
- Home management and self-care
Parenting Education
- Classes on positive discipline
- One-on-one parenting guidance
- Work-life balance strategies
Advocacy & Resources
- Access to community resources
- Legal aid and support services
- School and healthcare navigation
Family Kitchen Program
Strengthening Families Through Cooking and Nutrition
At Bergen Family Center, nutrition and family bonding have always been vital components of our services. During the COVID-19 crisis, it became even more essential. Our team adapted by hosting virtual family cooking sessions via Zoom and setting up a "no-contact" pickup area where families could collect fresh ingredients to cook together at home.
Our family cooking program has become a cornerstone of family engagement within our services. What started as a hands-on culinary experience has evolved into a vibrant community program, bringing families together through the joy of cooking and sharing meals.
Now, we're thrilled to offer in-person cooking sessions for families on weekends—continuing our commitment to culinary education, nutrition awareness, and family bonding. Parents and children learn to cook together, developing healthy eating habits, essential life skills, and stronger family connections in a supportive, welcoming environment.
🍽️ Join us in the kitchen and strengthen your family bonds—because cooking together creates memories that last a lifetime.
Our Impact
469
Families Supported
250
Families Received School Supplies
200
Monthly Food Donations
